DarthMonk wrote:Feeling extra good about my phone call to espn 980 when they asked who the next most important player after Griff was.

Cobra Kai Forbath, I agree.

"I’m never under the assumption that you draft for need. You draft the best available football player on the board. ... Because, in the long run, they are the ones who will help you win the most games." - Scot McCloughan

HTTRRG3ALMO wrote:Been hearing a lot of praise about Jarvis Jenkins this off season. I'd like to see him step up strong as well. Two powerhouses on the front line is pretty scary considering our LBs.

Speaking of Jenkins, I wonder how our draft pick Brandon Jenkins would do on the line. I know he's an LB, but can't help to wonder. He seems to have a lot of power that could be molded to perfection.

If he played in a 4-3, he'd play End, but in a 3-4, the D Ends are more like agile Defensive Tackles who take on Guards, Tackles & Double Teams, for which he'd be undersized by 40-50lbs. Not that it's impossible, but most 3-4 ends are in the 300lb category like Carriker, Jenkins, and Bowen.

Over the course of the last two seasons, the Washington Redskins have seen three quarterbacks take the field, five different running backs record a carry, and multiple safeties cracking the starting lineup.Despite the multitude of changes on a team in transition, one thing has remained the same: nose tackle Barry Cofield anchoring the center of Jim Haslett’s 3-4 defense.While Cofield didn’t have the opportunity to dig his toes (or should I say hands) in the sands of Hawaii at this year’s Pro Bowl, he can claim what no other defense lineman can–being the best nose tackle in the business.In a recent ranking made by CBSSports.com’s Pat Kirwan, Cofield rates as the NFL’s No. 1 DT playing in a 3-4 scheme.

When analyzing sacks, hurries and knockdowns, Cofield blew away the competition–he led all 3-4 DTs with a 21.5, while the next player on the leaderboard only had 4.5.

WHAT they dont tell you is how many hurries per Qb drop back which is a more accurate assessment since as a D we stayed on the field for more snaps probably more than any 3-4 defense.

Furthermore since our NT and d is a run stop first type of philosophy,I think he fares better in run stopping stats per game.

Still, a 5-1 ratio over the next closest player? That's not just scheme.[/quote

You have seen the games, Cofield is just a good NT but not in an elite category, no matter what the guys generic stats say. Hes strong in the run and an average pass rusher. Im sure hes respected around the league but not as much to be on any all pro team or labeled top NT

Over the course of the last two seasons, the Washington Redskins have seen three quarterbacks take the field, five different running backs record a carry, and multiple safeties cracking the starting lineup.Despite the multitude of changes on a team in transition, one thing has remained the same: nose tackle Barry Cofield anchoring the center of Jim Haslett’s 3-4 defense.While Cofield didn’t have the opportunity to dig his toes (or should I say hands) in the sands of Hawaii at this year’s Pro Bowl, he can claim what no other defense lineman can–being the best nose tackle in the business.In a recent ranking made by CBSSports.com’s Pat Kirwan, Cofield rates as the NFL’s No. 1 DT playing in a 3-4 scheme.

When analyzing sacks, hurries and knockdowns, Cofield blew away the competition–he led all 3-4 DTs with a 21.5, while the next player on the leaderboard only had 4.5.

WHAT they dont tell you is how many hurries per Qb drop back which is a more accurate assessment since as a D we stayed on the field for more snaps probably more than any 3-4 defense.

Furthermore since our NT and d is a run stop first type of philosophy,I think he fares better in run stopping stats per game.

Still, a 5-1 ratio over the next closest player? That's not just scheme.

... Cofield is just a good NT but not in an elite category, no matter what the guys generic stats say. He's strong in the run and an average pass rusher. Im sure he's respected around the league but not as much to be on any all pro team or labeled top NT

maybe .... in your estimation ... that's an intriguing ratio IMO

Let's be honest, nobody really expects the Redskins to do well. The Redskins average under 8 wins a season It's not the players or the coaches fault. It's time to get rid of Bruce Allen & change the way we manage this franchise

cowboykillerzRGiii wrote:The former cowboy has ironically been one of my favorite Shanny signings... Guy has pure heart, and gives his all every play. Compared to the bum we paid to lay on his face all game its a full turn around!Besides he's onfield greatness he matches or even shadows it at time with his offfield character...

Anyway, you think those stats are impressive?!You should see my madden stats! Him and JJ are my go to players unless I'm rushing w rak or kerrigan... And his numbers are BEAST!

Like *Deadskins said.. same difference! Lmao
Seriously though, I get the former enemy team confused with Bowen- the former puke. We acquired both the same season. That's my fault.
Funny thing I started thinking about people putting me on blast when I realized what I posted. Actually pretty tame, Darth helped me out by pointing out the gnats are equally the most hated now lmao.

I have to say I am very surprised as well. I always thought he was solid but never knew he was that good stat wise.

I still feel our Dline would be that much better with another Nose tackle and moving Cofield to LDE/RDE. Still it is not like our Dline is a weakness. Our secondary obviously was the weakness last year. So I am glad we addressed the secondary in the draft.

HEROHAMO wrote:I have to say I am very surprised as well. I always thought he was solid but never knew he was that good stat wise.

I still feel our Dline would be that much better with another Nose tackle and moving Cofield to LDE/RDE. Still it is not like our Dline is a weakness. Our secondary obviously was the weakness last year. So I am glad we addressed the secondary in the draft.

HEROHAMO wrote:I have to say I am very surprised as well. I always thought he was solid but never knew he was that good stat wise.

I still feel our Dline would be that much better with another Nose tackle and moving Cofield to LDE/RDE. Still it is not like our Dline is a weakness. Our secondary obviously was the weakness last year. So I am glad we addressed the secondary in the draft.

HEROHAMO wrote:I have to say I am very surprised as well. I always thought he was solid but never knew he was that good stat wise.

I still feel our Dline would be that much better with another Nose tackle and moving Cofield to LDE/RDE. Still it is not like our Dline is a weakness. Our secondary obviously was the weakness last year. So I am glad we addressed the secondary in the draft.

HEROHAMO wrote:I have to say I am very surprised as well. I always thought he was solid but never knew he was that good stat wise.

I still feel our Dline would be that much better with another Nose tackle and moving Cofield to LDE/RDE. Still it is not like our Dline is a weakness. Our secondary obviously was the weakness last year. So I am glad we addressed the secondary in the draft.

HEROHAMO wrote:I have to say I am very surprised as well. I always thought he was solid but never knew he was that good stat wise.

I still feel our Dline would be that much better with another Nose tackle and moving Cofield to LDE/RDE. Still it is not like our Dline is a weakness. Our secondary obviously was the weakness last year. So I am glad we addressed the secondary in the draft.

HTTRRG3ALMO wrote:Been hearing a lot of praise about Jarvis Jenkins this off season. I'd like to see him step up strong as well. Two powerhouses on the front line is pretty scary considering our LBs.

Speaking of Jenkins, I wonder how our draft pick Brandon Jenkins would do on the line. I know he's an LB, but can't help to wonder. He seems to have a lot of power that could be molded to perfection.

If he played in a 4-3, he'd play End, but in a 3-4, the D Ends are more like agile Defensive Tackles who take on Guards, Tackles & Double Teams, for which he'd be undersized by 40-50lbs. Not that it's impossible, but most 3-4 ends are in the 300lb category like Carriker, Jenkins, and Bowen.

HTTRRG3ALMO wrote:Been hearing a lot of praise about Jarvis Jenkins this off season. I'd like to see him step up strong as well. Two powerhouses on the front line is pretty scary considering our LBs.

Speaking of Jenkins, I wonder how our draft pick Brandon Jenkins would do on the line. I know he's an LB, but can't help to wonder. He seems to have a lot of power that could be molded to perfection.

If he played in a 4-3, he'd play End, but in a 3-4, the D Ends are more like agile Defensive Tackles who take on Guards, Tackles & Double Teams, for which he'd be undersized by 40-50lbs. Not that it's impossible, but most 3-4 ends are in the 300lb category like Carriker, Jenkins, and Bowen.

Understood. Thanks for the clarity Hogster!

Expect to see this kid on obvious passing situations. We gravely need speed at the LB position.